Unexpected start to Boxing Day: Guardiola fails to beat Dyche for the second time in his career

Manchester City's struggles this season continue. In the 18th round of the Premier League, the "Citizens" surprisingly failed to secure a win against Everton.

The match began perfectly for Pep Guardiola's side. In the 14th minute, Jeremy Doku set up Bernardo Silva, who slotted the ball into the far corner with a precise strike.

It seemed Manchester City would build on their early success, but in the 36th minute, Iliman Ndiaye was left unmarked near the edge of the penalty area. He received the ball and delivered a shot into the top-right corner of the net.

The turning point of the game came when Savinho earned a penalty in a duel with Vitalii Mykolenko. Erling Haaland stepped up for the spot-kick, but Jordan Pickford denied him, keeping Everton level.

This is only the second time in history that Pep Guardiola has failed to defeat Sean Dyche. In their previous 17 meetings, the Spanish coach had recorded 16 wins and 1 draw.

Manchester City's winless streak in the Premier League now extends to four matches. The reigning champions currently sit in sixth place.

Premier League. Round 18
Manchester City 1–1 Everton
Goals: Bernardo Silva, 14' – Ndiaye, 36'